What is the normal transmission temperature for a Jeep Wrangler?
I think the normal operating temps should stay around 120-160°, but in my temp gauge & IR thermometer have shown it runs around 180-200° in stop and go traffic on a 90°+ summer day. in the mountains, climbing switchbacks in 1st and 2nd @ 15-30mph, it runs very hot, around 200-240°.
What does code P0218 mean?
When an OBD-II equipped vehicle returns a P0218, it means the transmission fluid temperature detected by the powertrain control module has exceeded the allowable limit (typically 290 degrees fahrenheit) for an extended period of time.
What does it mean when your car says transmission over temperature?
Now, when the light comes on indicating that your transmission is overheating, it means that your vehicle is functioning at 250 degrees, which is considered “extremely high” temperature. At 270 degrees your transmission fluid completely breaks down and your transmission can seize up.
What should your oil temperature be?
A quality conventional motor oil will tolerate oil sump temperatures of up to 250 degrees, but starts breaking down over 275 degrees. The traditional approach is to try to hold oil temperatures between 230 and 260 degrees.
What does p0218 mean on a Jeep Wrangler?
The P0218 and P0714 mean your transmission is running over the temperature limit. The first thing I would do is make sure your transmission is full of fluid by checking the fluid level (see here: How to properly check the transmission fluid level on your 30RH, 32RH, or 42RLE Jeep Wrangler TJ ).
What causes p0218 transmission over temperature condition?
If your transmission/transaxle fluid temperature is greater than 290 deg. F then P0218 will set and the overtemp light will illuminate. The number one cause of transmission failure is overheated fluid.
Where does D4 fluid go in Jeep p0218?
In forward drive ranges, D4 fluid from the manual valve is routed through an orificed cup plug in the rear of the transmission case to feed the rear lube fluid circuit. Need more information on how to fix the P0218 JEEP code?
What is the transmission over temp code for a Jeep Grand Cherokee?
Hi I’ve jeep overland 2002 has issue of trans over temp and code po218 as well the 2sd and 3 gear there is a sound like goop or heastiate partially to engaged The trans fluid changed color and has bad smell I need your advise… 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee code P0218.